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UK//ɪts bɪn ə lɒŋ deɪ//US//ɪts bɪn ə lɔŋ deɪ//

Meaning of It's been a long day

In simple words: The day has felt very long and tiring.

It's been a long day in a sentence

  • I'm going to bed early; it's been a long day.
  • After all that work, it's been a long day for me.
  • I can’t wait to relax; it’s been a long day!

How to use It's been a long day

Used when expressing tiredness or stress after a long day. More appropriate in casual conversations among friends or family, rather than in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a clock ticking slowly as the day drags on.

Related words

Collocations with It's been a long day

  • have a long day
  • feel like a long day
  • end of a long day

Synonyms for It's been a long day

  • I had a tiring day
  • The day was exhausting
  • Today felt long

Opposites of It's been a long day

  • It's been a short day
  • It's been a brief day
  • It's been a quick day

Common mistakes with It's been a long day

  • Using it during formal meetings or emails
  • Saying it too many times in one conversation
  • Confusing it with 'it's been a long week'

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Frequently asked questions about It's been a long day

What does It's been a long day mean?

The day has felt very long and tiring.

What is the definition of It's been a long day?

A phrase expressing exhaustion after a tiring day.

How do you use It's been a long day in a sentence?

I'm going to bed early; it's been a long day.

Can you give another example of It's been a long day?

After all that work, it's been a long day for me.

What are synonyms for It's been a long day?

Common alternatives include I had a tiring day, The day was exhausting, Today felt long.

What is the opposite of It's been a long day?

Opposite meanings include It's been a short day, It's been a brief day, It's been a quick day.

What words go with It's been a long day?

It commonly pairs with have a long day, feel like a long day, end of a long day.

What are common mistakes when using It's been a long day?

Using it during formal meetings or emails Saying it too many times in one conversation Confusing it with 'it's been a long week'

How do you pronounce It's been a long day?

US: //ɪts bɪn ə lɔŋ deɪ//, UK: //ɪts bɪn ə lɒŋ deɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is It's been a long day formal or informal?

"It's been a long day" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use It's been a long day?

Used when expressing tiredness or stress after a long day. More appropriate in casual conversations among friends or family, rather than in formal settings.